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Student Work
Professor Grover E. Mouton III
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Tasked with the revitalization of the Point Cadet Waterfront, the TRUDC was asked to develop a strategic plan for the redevelopment of the area. Devastated by Hurricane Katrina, the Point Cadet site has remained largely vacant following the destruction of the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum and a former Coast Guard Hangar that had been repurposed as a public event space. Spanning both sides of the Biloxi Bay Bridge on the eastern tip of the city, the proposal aims to unify the fragmented site through a network of assembly, recreational, and commercial programs in order to restore the once lively character of the site. A new Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum and the expansion of the existing marina will serve as economic drivers for the project, supplementing FEMA, Tidelands, and private funding. Students were tasked with developing a conceptual master plan for Point Cadet. Connecting Biloxi to neighboring Ocean Springs, the site serves as a gateway to the city, calling for a strong visual presence and tangible identity for the city. Primary concerns were that public access and public enjoyment of the waterfront be tantamount to the success of the project. A boardwalk linking the programmatic elements, parking, and ingress and egress to and from the site were also major concerns for the city. Minimum Programmatic Requirements: Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum Expanded Marina Public Open Space for both recreation and fishing tournament spectators. 2 Restaurants/Bars (serve food during the day, transition to entertainment at night). Space for live performances. Recreation space for children. Building to serve marina (charts, bathrooms, etc.) Public restrooms. Optional Program: Housing (minimum 10 units) Pier Any reasonable program you see fit (This should be delineated as stage 2 development) The sectional relationship of these elements was to play a crucial role in determining the viability of the project. Occupiable spaces, such as restaurants or the optional housing component as well as restrooms, must be elevated off the ground.
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Point Cadet Proposal
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Spring 2011
ZONE 1
Education
ZONE DISTRIBUTION
ZONE 2
PROGRAM LAYOUT
Recreation
The Point Cadet site can be broken into two distinct zones, separated by the freeway that runs in between. The first zone, on the northern portion of the site will contain primarily educational program and will be a more passive area. Here visitors will find the Seafood Museum, the proposed Katrina Memorial and a landscaped area dedicated to the restoration of flora native to the area. The second zone will house the more recreational program such as commercial restaurants and shops and a large viewing platform and plaza.
In each of the proposed zones, buildings and other program including the boardwalk and viewing platform, will occupy the perimeter of the site, allowing views out over the water and the marina. The space contained within these elements will become public green space interspersed with small pavilions and other gathering areas.
Education
ZONE 1 ZONE 2
Recreation
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Plan Sketches Initial plan sketches highlighted the site’s prominent corner, which is framed by the marina and its expansion on either side and offers views of the ocean. This corner would be connected to other program within the site via a public boardwalk which runs along the site’s perimeter.
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Biloxi Plan 1- Biloxi Flora Restoration & Education 2- Katrina Memorial 3- Seafood Museum 4- Pedestrian Bridge Connection/Stepped Water Feature 5- Biloxi Symbol 6- Raised Boardwalk & Commercial Space 7- Mixed Use Plaza & Viewing Platform
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Elevated Boardwalk Section The proposed elevated boardwalk would serve to link the commercial elements located along the waters edge with one unified boardwalk, providing ADA accessibility with a single public elevator. The boardwalk’s raised section weaves in and out over another boardwalk below, creating a rythm of shaded spaces and sunlit openings.
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Bridge Connection Sketch
Elevated Boardwalk Sketch
Elevated Boardwalk Render
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Biloxi Symbol Render A major concern in the design process was allowing the Point Cadet site to act as a symbol for the city of Biloxi, as it holds either side of the literal gateway to the city. The proposal includes a large public symbol that would be clearly visible to incoming drivers as they enter Biloxi, clearly marking the Point Cadet site and providing a sculptural icon for the city.
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Reconnecting People to Water Hee Kyung Cho 4th year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
This design proposal focuses mainly on bringing people closer to the water-edge by locating various public amenities and by implementing rather dramatic topographical changes to accentuate the walkway along the water. Some of these public amenities include: sports and recreation area with open grass fields and tennis courts as well as a water feature; multi-use paved space for performances and event gatherings; a splash pool closest to the water for children to play; a museum, a restaurant, and a cafĂŠ all enclosed in a transparent, elongated building with a large elevated outdoor balcony with gardens (potentially becoming a small-scale botanical garden of local species); and a wide walkway along the waterfront, with plenty of seating areas viewing out to the sea. The vision is to create a true multi-functioning civic entity that attracts people with various needs and reconnecting them to water.
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Site Plan
A rendering of the overall plan
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potential housing development
sports / recreation
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green area walkway along the water performance space children’s play area (splash pool) hangar garden (outdoor balcony) seafood museum / restaurant decking for marina existing parking garage
expanded marina
Programmatic Diagram
Locations of public amenities mentioned in the project description
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Diagrams
Left- varying topography of the proposed site design; Middle - seating areas and the main views associated; Right - zones associated with each of the buildings (excluding the hangar)
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Site Sections
Top - a section through the performance space and the splash pool; Bottom - a section through the elevated museum and the associated outdoor balcony
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Rachel Finkelstein 4th Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
This approach pivots off of several different public gathering spaces that will redefine Point Cadet as an exciting and engaging 24-hour community space. The open air hanger will function as an international plaza where the diverse community of Biloxi can contribute and take part in different festivals and events that can overflow into the adjacent fields. The extensive outdoor green space will be able to be used by local schools, families, and tourists for sporting events, picnics, and other outdoor activities. Closer to the existing marina, the filed folds into a terraced landscape and will serve as a multilevel viewing platform for the large boating events of Biloxi. The boardwalk will connect to the bridge and will make its way down and around Point Cadet’s water front. The boardwalk will serve as an extension and counter point for the Ocean Springs walking path. In addition, small shops can line the board walk, stimulating the economy. Two restaurants/bars will be located on the new boardwalk which will draw families in during the day and activate the the night life. This vision strives to create a family oriented, community minded, and tourist attracting space that will meet the needs of Biloxi today with the flexibility to grow with Biloxi in the future.
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Paddle boating Parking Museum Road Splash Park Hanger Steps at waters edge Boardwalk Marina extension
Green Space Field & courts Arina
Apartment tubes Restaurants Theatre & Apartment admin
Plan
Three Phases
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Marina Extension Boardwalk Shops Parking Bathroom & Services Field & courts Apartment towers Restaurants Hanger Splash Park Museum
Section
Program Locator
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Communit and Event Oriented:
Hanger Terraced Field Boardwalk Splash Park Field & Court
Economic Generators:
Apartment towers Museum Shops Marina extension Restaurants
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A 24 hour community gathering space
A place where family, friends and visitors can get together
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Field Manipulations Point Cadet Visionary Document Nick Gervasi Fourth Year Undergraduate Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Due to recent catastrophic events, designing in the gulf region has been thrust to the forefront of regenerative architecture. A certain sensitivity and sensibility must be embodied through the design. In the context of Biloxi, MS, the design must not only capture the spirit of the past, but also introduce a new language of progressive design that will rebuild an even greater city. Utilizing the monumentality of Beach Boulevard, a visual connection between Ocean Springs and Point Cadet was essential. Creating a frontage to the water and gateway to the city, my design focused on establishing public open spaces spread throughout the site. Overlapping different programmatic elements, to make spaces that could accommodate movement and relaxation. Recognizing the historic nature of the site, placement of the expanded marina and museums recall the energy and enthusiasm of the past. Green elements and landscaping were key factors to providing the most enjoyable outdoor experience. Blending the paths into the landscape, a network of green spaces covers the site to provide shade and observation of the beauty of natural elements. The initial design influence was the exploration and documentation of Point Cadet. Meticulously noting vantage points, topography, and context, a visionary process began incorporating the design challenges and opportunities. Our first site visit concluded with a visit to Major A.J. Holloway’s office. We discussed goals and aspirations for the project. A combination of precedent research and community input propelled the design process. The massive scale of the site pushed for a design that could be broken down into pieces, but foster a collective experience. The presentation to the community helped me discern what was truly important to the people and what needed to be re-built in its previous space. The importance of restoring a sense of place to the site resonated at the meeting. It was very insightful to have the community influence the design process. Designing for a project that was not theoretical – as we normally have in studio – but has the potential to be realized was a very exciting experience. Examining urban context and the shaping of the city at this large scale were topics not previously explored in a studio project.
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Connection
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Site Strategies
Incorporating landscape techniques into the program of museums, marina support, art exhibitions and recreational space
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Site Strategy Composite
Layering of elements
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bring in tourists
large gathering space
parking
performance music festivals venue on the water
community center
marina support
public restrooms boat storage
unobstructed view
observation deck
enjoy the beautiful weather
view to ocean springs
restaurant
local food of biloxi raised vantage point
bring in tourists
large gathering space
parking
performance music festivals venue on the water
community center
marina support
public restrooms boat storage
unobstructed view
observation deck
enjoy the beautiful weather
Concept
Creating a network of outdoor and indoor spaces to enhance the experience on the point
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Site Plan
Integration of built and un-built spaces through pedestrian paths
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HANGER MUSEUM RESTAURANT RECREATION CENTER OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE COMMERCIAL
Program
Potential phasing of project
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Rendering of Walkway
Upper and lower level walkways promote activated movement through the site
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Integrated Seating
Since the flood plane requires raising of all the structures, the surfaces to lift up the building could become gathering or planted spaces
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Interaction with Water
Along the path, splash pads could be inserted to encourage activity for children
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Art Exhibition
Surfaces could be denoted as gallery spaces to celebrate the history of Point Cadet Local artists could have the opportunity to display their work
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Culmination of Path
Path breaches museum to form seating and gathering spaces along the water’s edge
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Point Cadet Waterfront Redevelopment Natalia Hidalgo 4th Year Undergrad Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Point Cadet marks the main entrance point to the city of Biloxi. As such, this area should be comprised of an appealing and interesting design scheme that draws in residents and visitors alike. This scheme attempts to do this with a strong connection in the form of a wide boardwalk that borders the entire water front, while at the same time connecting a more private area to the north of the site with a more public, commercial area to the south. All commercial buildings that would include restaurants, shops, bars, a marina building, housing and a seafood museum are all located along this main path. Much of the site would be devoted to green, park areas where people can come for a day with their families and friends to relax, or play a sport, exercise or walk their dogs. These spaces would also be devoted to areas where spectators can witness the various festivals and competitions held at Biloxi. An extension of the marina would also bring in more boats for leisure or for such festivals. The main circulation paths on the site including the transversal path connecting the north and south emerged according to where people would mostly be drawn to, and to the best views that are available from the site. Many residents felt that there should be a space between the buildings and the waterfront for events and recreation, so the buildings were concentrated mostly in the middle, which also creates a centered plaza space for commercial use. Biloxi residents also want to maintain a strong connection with their fishing heritage that leads to a reinstatement of a prominent structure used as a seafood museum where visitors can learn more about the city.
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View from Underpass to Marina
A boardwalk borders the site providing space for events and recreational activities.
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Main Views/Circulation and Site Dimension Comparisson
Audubon Park
The site has a main entrance from which three main views and direction of circulation were identified. A main axis was also identified wich dissects the site from north to south. These were used to place the main circulation paths and direct views. Site size comparisson aided in the understandment of scale of the site.
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Fishing/Seafood Related Program Commercial Areas Parks/Green Space Housing
General Program Location
The different program elements identified around the city and their general location around the site.
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Housing Hangar
Seafood Museum
Walking/Jogging/Bike Path Parking Water Features Restaurant/Bar/Commercial Area
Man Boardwalk/Even Viewing Area
Marina Expansion
Site Plan
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Phase 1
Phase 2
Phasing
The first phase would include all the green space plus the Seafood Museum, the hangar, and a component of the commercial spcase as well as the marina expansion. The second phase would include housing and the rest of the commercial space.
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Section Through Main Comemrcial Area and Pier and Arial View
This section cuts through the main buildings elevated to prevent flood damage. The pier can be used for watching events such as fishing tournaments, as well as for fishing and other recreational activities.
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View Towards Main Commercial Area
A main commercial area offers opportunities for recreation as well as a refreshing space with shading and water features.
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Point Cadet Waterfront Renewal Biloxi, Mississippi Emma Hoppstock 3rd Year Undergrad Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
One of the greatest features of the Point Cadet site is the water that surrounds it. When coming up with a design idea for the site I felt that it was important to take advantage of the sites great coastline and provide visitors with a pleasant space to interact with the water. I also felt that it was important to turn this space into a gateway to Biloxi for those crossing the bridge to and from Ocean Springs. Buildings on the site are pulled back from the shore and create a buffer between the casino, parking garage, and road and park space along the water. These buildings would need to be built up to address flood levels so a raised boardwalk connects them on the waterside. This raised boardwalk offers higher views of the park, marina, and gulf and also steps down when it reaches the shoreline to create a lower boardwalk that wraps around the water’s edge. The large stepped area at the point of the site also offers people a chance to sit and view the water and marina and could be used as an amphitheatre area for performances and fishing tournaments. The area in between the point of the site and the bridge is devoted to park space. Water features stretch into the site, giving people more chances to interact with the water, and a splash park and children’s play area would be great for families. The boardwalk that passes this piece of my design also offers a special chance to interact with the water by providing moments where one can step down off the boardwalk and get even closer to the water. The rise and fall of the water during the day would give these moments a different experience at different times. The Seafood Museum is located just before one crosses under the bridge and is given plenty of green space to create a park like environment and seperate it from the commercial development on the site. Finally, the portion of the site north of the bridge serves as more park space where visitors can further enjoy this unique piece of public coastline. This section of site also features a new hanger for public use and to reference the site’s Coast Guard roots. In future development pavillions could be added to create more shaded space in this park like environment and boats a marina could be built along this stretch of the coast. This marina could house historic boats and ships and act as a museum for the public.
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Intial Design Diagrams
Depict site relationship to Biloxi’s roadways and major attractions aswell as an initial design layout idea.
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Hanger
Green Space
Seafood Museum
Water Features
Green Space
Boardwalk
Parking
Phase One
Development of green space, boardwalk with water features, hanger and seafood museum.
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Pavillions
Marina Buildings
Marina Expansion
Phase Two
Marina expanision, additional public pavillions on north side of bridge.
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Special ships & boats for public viewing
Restaurants, shops, etc. with connecting boardwalk
Stepped Seating/Performance Space
Phase Three
Additional commercial development, further marina development to add a public boat viewing exhibit, addition of a stepped public ampitheatre space.
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Aerial View
Depicting site from water.
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Aerial View
Depicting site from Bridge.
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Site Sections
Depicting height interaction with the ground plane.
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BILOXI WATERFRONT PROPOSAL POINT CADET Zach Kauffmann Fourth Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
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HISTORICAL
SHOP
SITE ENTRY
DECK
BOATS SUPPLY
The design intends to create vibrant spaces that engage and collect the community. Located at the gateway to Biloxi, Point Cadet has the ability to stand as a beacon that celebrates both the history and the renewal of the area. Through specific placement of retail spaces and crucial open park space, the landscape can gradually change from shops, to park, to boardwalk, to marina. Keeping these opportunities in mind, the site can be broken up into specific nodes. These nodes include retail (stores and restaurants), marina (marina extension, boat supply and tackle shops), dock, (decking that brings visitors out over the water, overlooking the point and the new marina) and finally a new site for the Biloxi Seafood museum. Along the water’s edge, a boardwalk will connect these specific nodes. Bordering the western side of the site, a row of trees will help frame views out over the point, while providing a backdrop for park space that extends to the water’s edge. The park space, including stepped festival seating, stages, and pavilions, is intended collect individuals for public events and boat races. The design also lends itself to the implementation of the historic Air Force hanger, framing the eastern portion of the site. The goal of this project is to reactivate Point Cadet with a sense of identity that promotes future development while embodying the traditions of the past.
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Entry Threshold Pespective
Bar of retail draws visitors inward while framing parkspace as the site extends to the water’s edge.
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MAJOR VEHICULAR ACCESS MAJOR PEDESTRIAN THOROUGHFARES VEHICLE PARKING MINOR PEDESTRIAN PATHS
HISTORICAL (Seafood Museum) FUTURE HOUSING RETAIL POINT
PERFORMANCE ON WATER RETAIL DRAW extends into boardwalk HANGER BOARDWALK GREEN STRIP buffers park space from casinos GREEN SEATING EVENT COLLECTION MARITIME SHOPS MARINA EXPANSION
Site Plan
Program and Circulation Scenarios
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Looking Towards the Point
(With Hanger Implementation) A stepped landscape allows for a myriad of public use, including outdoor festivals and seating along the marina expansion for boat races. The boardwalk surrounds the perimeter of the park.
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BILOXI WATERFRONT PROPOSAL
HISTORICAL (Seafood Museum) FUTURE HOUSING RETAIL POINT
PERFORMANCE ON WATER RETAIL DRAW extends into boardwalk HANGER BOARDWALK GREEN STRIP buffers park space from casinos
PROJECTED PHASING
GREEN SEATING EVENT COLLECTION
PHASE I : Formation of public park and pedestrian boardwalk providing backdrop for marina extension
MARITIME SHOPS
PHASE II: Inject retail outlets providing added economic incentives
MARINA EXPANSION
PHASE III: Addition of housing components on northern half providing site with habitation.
SECTION ALONG ROADWAY
RESTAURANTS / SHOPS
Serial Site sections
Phasing plan and programmatic relation to water.
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POINT CADET PARKSPACE
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Point Cadet Boardwalk Fernando Polo 4th Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Point Cadet is one of the most beautiful and relevant pieces of land in the city of Biloxi. Its location and relationship to the gulf, the highway, and Biloxi’s history makes it an emblematic piece that must be brought back to the splendor it once projected. It is clear from the input of the residents of Biloxi, that this piece of land holds a great deal of memories, nostalgia and therefore expectations. It is upon us to transform this deserted area that not only captures the best of the future, but also sentinels the recollections of the past. I n order to make of Point Cadet an iconic and significant destination it is necessary to create an impeccable balance between civic/public space, and privately owned areas. Furthermore, the basic constraints of the site can be turned into design opportunities that enrich the relationship between the vertical and horizontal architecture that the program requires. The aim is to create an organic system that becomes a network connecting all the programmatic elements in a fluid way. This network will interweave around a basic spine that would meander towards the very front of the site, and make its way north of the overpass. The network would be tripartite: green space, buildings, and covered outdoor space. The connection amongst these areas should consist of horizontal paths that encapsulate spaces, delimited by paving, as well as planting elements and a ramp system that negotiates the relationship between the buildings and the landscape. The ramp system would also become an occupiable boardwalk that extends out of the main spine, creating a more dynamic system that takes advantage of the different height constraints of the site. Lastly, the mandatory raising of the structure releases covered outdoor spaces that, cleverly manicured with landscape, could become amenable and refreshing areas. The entire scheme seeks to subdivide the large site into numerous and diverse public and private spaces that invigorate a vibrant and dynamic new Point Cadet Waterfront.
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1. Housing tower with private recreational fields
2. Traditional hangar for events and market
3. Fishing and Seafood Museum
4. Water featuresy
5. Marina extension 6. Commercial venues
7. Outdoor raised theater with lower commercial venues 8. Open public spaces 9. Temporary tents for fairs and commerce 10. Marina building 11. Parking space
Site Plan
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this diagram represents the continuos progression from the city to the ocean
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Aerial View Towards the Sea
This image shows a view out to the ocean. It shows a crowd attending an event from both the top of the amphitheatre and the oval green space.
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Second Level Commercial
Relationship Ramp Reaching to Water Feat. into Buildings
Interior Commercial
Occupiable Roof/Balcony
Outdoor Covered
Interior Commercial
Theatre Seating Roof Top
Relationship to Water’s Edge
Sectional Relationship Diagram
This Diagram points out all the diverse sectional relationships that the ramps,and the play with heights let the architecture achieve. As weel as the transition between the tallest points of the scheme, towards the waterfront.
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Point Cadet Boardwalk Aerial View
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Waterfront Promenade Cadet Point Laura Robin 4th Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
DESIGN CONCEPT: This scheme takes advantage of the most optimal view of the Coast by organizing program elements on a central axis. Inspired by the existing pedestrian ramp on the expressway that unites Ocean Springs with Cadet Point on a more pedestrian oriented, scenic level, the scheme includes an extension of the existing infastructure that serves as a theatrical promenade down to the central public space. The pedestrian promenade has many functions, includiing a more cinematic approach to the site, expanded viewing/seating during concerts, shading for parking, and most importantly, a manipulation of the ground plane in order to differentiate the topography of the site. On the main axis is a dual-oriented performance stage that is elevated by a gentle slope in order to elevate the entrance of the building in a more subtle way. It serves two outdoor public spaces; the interior framed by mized-use building components in order to maximize social interaction between residents and visitors. By framing the interior public space with building density, it creates a sense of enclosure that is necessary on such an expansive site. The public space on the interior of the site feels more urban in contrast to the waterfront public space, which evokes a feeling of expanse. The treatment of the ground plane includes softscapes, hardscapes, and combinations of the two in order to create microclimates and to blur the boundaries between well traveled paths and greenspace during large events. There is a flexibility in the way that program elements are experienced and used. Boundaries are broken down by architectural and landscape elements. For example, the perforated metal envelope of the building touches the ground in some places and not in others in order to create a sense of enclosure and an admittance of light and air in places where a building footprint is not possible because of flood regulations. Water is also used to create a variation in the ground plane, both at the waterfront and on the site. The approach to the waterfront is varied (see sections) and is meant to encourage one’s connection to the water, rather than being a blunt barrier. Splash pads, wading pools, water bars, and swimming pools are all included in the central space of the project. Each architectural and natural element contributes to the flexibily and sense of nostalgic place created in the site in order to increase the dynamism of social interaction that was once a part of Cadet Point.
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WESTBOUND VISIBILITY FROM BRIDGE OPTIMAL OCCUPIABLE BEACHFRONT EXISTING INFASTRUCTURE VISIBILITY FROM EASTBOUND PEDESTRIAN RAMP OPTIMAL REACREATIONAL BEACHFRONT CENTRAL PUBLIC NUCLEUS
EXISTING BUILDING
DENSITY:: DEFINING OUTDOOR SPACE
DUAL-ORIENTED PERFORMANCE SPACE
PEDESTRIAN PROMENADE
EXISTING MARINA
VEHICULAR SPINE:: ACCESS AND PARKING
MOST OPTIMUM VIEW OF THE COAST
EXISTING CONDITIONS/OPPORTUNITIES
EXISTING PEDESTRIAN TRACK
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PHASE 1 RETAIL SEAFOOD MUSEUM MIXED-USE MIXED-USE MIXED-USE MIXED-USE + HANGAR RESTAURANT CONVENTION CENTER
BUILDINGS: [2] :: SEAFOOD HISTORY MUSEUM [5,6]:: MIXED-USE::CONDOS/THE HANGAR LANDSCAPE: ::WATER FEATURES ::PROMENADE INFASTRUCTURE
PHASE 2
[4] :: MIXED-USE::CONDOS/COMMERCIAL [7] :: CONVENTION CENTER/VENDOR SPACE
Phasing
(Left) Phases 1 + 2 include major design moves of the project: Pedestrian Promenade from existing pedestrian ramp on bridge, water features (splash pads, swimming pools, wading pools), expanded marina, and main buildings. (Right) Phase 3 adds an alternate pedestrian boardwalk in order to create a second ground plane that connects all buildings.
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ENTERTAINMENT Dual Oriented Performace Area
(Top) Placed on a gentle slope in order to elevate the entrance of the building to a higher elevation, the central performace space serves both public outdoor spaces during events and serves as the nucleus for the entire scheme while highlighting the most optimum view of the coast.. (Bottom) Shows the manipulation of the ground plane by the pedestrian ramp .
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RELAXATION View From the Boardwalk (Above) Image taken from the boardwalk shows the location of The Hangar (Directly left of stage), water features, Convention Center (Far Left), and waterfront plaza. Tulane Regional Urban Design Center
View from the pool to the Central Stage
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MANIPULATION OF THE GROUND PLANE
(A) Shows both a rendered example & section cut through the pedestrian promenade. This feature may also be used as seating during outdoor concerts and large events. (B) An example of how water features can be transitional elements in the landscape. (C) An example of the use of hardscapes, softscapes, and how they are combined to blur boundaries.
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Point Cadet Conceptual Proposal Brian Sulley Undergraduate, Year 3 Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
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The conceptual proposal for Point Cadet utilizes a single gesture in order to divide the lower portion of the site into a number of individual components. The line of elevated commercial buildings, which runs down the center of the site, creates a shaded pedestrian promenade which functions as multi-purpose outdoor space for large events and markets. This line of buildings also influences the division of landscaping into a number of distinct zones along the water and creates a large public green space further back from the water’s edge. The upper half of the site is organized into two distinct zones, the residential and the educational. The educational zone is centered around a museum complex and features a large-scale coastal restoration area which demonstrates the use of native plant life for it’s storm-resistant adaptations. This area therefore becomes an opportunity to showcase sustainable strategies in the redevelopment of Point Cadet in the larger context of Biloxi’s reconstruction.
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Residential Commercial Casino Industrial Vacant
Site Analysis
Traffic Volume Diagram / Traffic and Land Use Diagram
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
EducationPavilion Museum Complex
Residential Units
Children’s Area
Commercial / Dining
Performance Space
Phase 1 Development Phase 2 Development
Infrastructure Plan
Site Plan showing Phase 1 and Phase 2 Developement
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Coastal Restoration Zone Museum Plaza
Water Access
Promenade Field
Landscape Plan
The Landscape Plan features a Coastal Restoration Zone, improved water access and open public green space. The plantings focus on native plant life, which is naturally salt water intrusion and flooding resistant.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Upper Level Walkway Connects Buildings
Courtyards Aid Natural Ventilation
Water Feature Cools Surroundings
Commercial Building and Promenade Section
Sunscreens Reduce Thermal Gain
Multi-Purpose Covered Outdoor Space
The commercial courtyard buildings serve to shade the pedestrian promenade, which serves as flexible outdoor space.
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Sunscreen Assembly and Elements
The Suncreens are based on a 3-foot grid, allowing for full modularity accross the building facade. Six basic shading elements are provided as the basic compositional units.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Tulane Regional Urban Design Center
Point Cadet Renewal
Alexandra Westfall 3rd Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Stadium Museum Shopping Centers Parks Hotels and Casinos
After learning about the plans for the Point Cadet Renewal Plan, I began to explore different ways to bring the public into the area and activate the expansive site. I started by utilizing diagrams to explore traffic conditions along the site and program layouts within. The water around this site is one its most attractive features as it could provide a variety of activities for the people of Biloxi and public visitors. The coastline is also the first thing travelers see commuting from Ocean Springs. To capitalize on this feature, I wanted to focus on a large boardwalk that incorporated splash parks, an outdoor performance spaces, and level changes to provide different views from the coastline and in the instances of high and low tide. This boardwalk would be accessible from various pathways through the landscape and programmatic buildings. The buildings are more centralized on the site to hopefully cause less damage during inclement weather and provide more landscaped green space for the public. This open space coudl be utilized in many ways, such as sports games, tournaments, leisure, festivals , and even art and food markets.
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Park Space -Walkways -Interactive Water Features -Trees
Possible Housing/Commercial Expansion
Possible Water Features
Outdoor Performance Space
Plan Diagram
The site is broken up into two phases. The first incorporates a large amount of greenspace, broken up by radial pathways stemming from the entrance. The second phase begins to activate the spaces with water pools, splash parks, and small commercial developments. Finally, the third phase adds housing to the north part of the site with more greenspace above.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Sections
The sections show various ways the site can be untilized, either by building, greenspace, water pools, and elevated walkways.
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The rendered views show the radial paths dividing the site, as well as simple building forms, the marine expansion and a possible landscape pattern.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Perspective | Point Cadet, Biloxi, MS | Hoppstock_Westfall Assignment 03
Perspectives
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Renewing Point Cadet
Emma Hoppstock & Alexandra Westfall 3rd Year Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Once we met in Biloxi for the first town meeting, Emma and I left with a new understanding for the site and the developments that were possible and “acceptable” to certain residents. We understand the desire to reach the water’s edge while also being able to enjoy the landscape throughout the site. It can be accessed by the interwoven paths that begin at the entrance to the park and disperse towards different sections of the site and its potential program. In order to navigate the public around the site, we designed a large boardwalk that wraps around the entire site. This boardwalk is the key feature to uniting all the programmatic elements. Along its path one can come across the marina building, an outdoor theater space, and splash parks. Towards the north side of the site, one can find the hanger, the Seafood Museum, a children’s play area, and phase 2 residential components. The boardwalk plays not only the role of a bouundary, but is a destination for visitors to enjoy the coastline.
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Boardwalk Render
This view shows the boardwalk being used by people of all ages and the variety of activities that can be enjoyed on it.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Seafood Museum
Hanger
Boardwalk with Water Features
Green Space
Marina Expansion
Phase 1
Shows the first few developments for the Point Cadet landscape.
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Housing Development
Restaurants & Commercial Development
Public Amphitheatre
Phase 2
More landscaping would be involved, as well as the addition of new programmatic components to the site.
Interpretive Urban Design Seminar
Spring 2011
Tulane Regional Urban Design Center